Why stay home this summer because you don’t want to spend any money? Here are fun things you can do in August 2025 that won’t cost anything at all!
Aug. 1— Movie in Ontario: “Moana 2” (2024, rated PG) will screen. 7 p.m. Ontario Town Square, 224 North Euclid Ave., Ontario. ontarioca.gov/events/2025-07-26/summer-movies-park
Aug. 1— Concert in Long Beach: Final concert of the Long Beach Municipal Band. “Symphonic Popcorn- Vocalist: Nicole Kubis at El Dorado Park West. 6:30 p.m. Bring chairs and a picnic. 2800 Studebaker Rd. Long Beach. longbeach.gov/park/recreation-programs/programs-and-classes/municipal-band/
Aug. 1, 5, 8, 12, 15 — Free summer music festival at the Redlands Bowl: Performers include State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara (Aug. 1), Bee Gees Gold (Aug. 5), Ireland with Michael (Aug. 8), Phat Cat Swinger (Aug. 12) and a fireworks finale (Aug. 15). Picnics allowed; no liquor or dogs. 8 p.m., Smiley Park. 25 Grant St., Redlands. redlandsbowl.org
Aug. 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23 — Free concerts in downtown Los Angeles: Grand Park Performances continues this month. The Last Word w/ Yesika Salgado (Aug. 1), Adrian Quesada’s Boleros Psicodélicos (Aug. 2), Prelude: Cinema Classical (Aug. 8), Nance Arte Presents: Latin Goes Ska ft. Western Standard Time Ska Orchestra (Aug. 9), “The Great Dictator” film screening (Aug. 15), DEEP 25th Anniversary (Aug. 16), Dave Iwataki Presents the J-Town Bronzeville Suite (Aug. 22), Grand Finale: Oro Sólido (Aug. 23). Concerts are 6-10 p.m. at the California Plaza, 350 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. grandperformances.org
Aug. 2 — Free movie in Lancaster: “Jurassic World” (2015) will screen on a 90-inch TV with light refreshments. Adults only. 3:30 p.m. Lancaster Library, 601 West Lancaster Blvd., Lancaster, 661-948-5029 or visit.lacountylibrary.org/event/13880414
Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23 — Live at the Shell Long Beach: Concerts at the spruced-up Recreation Park band shell. Performances include Jazz at the Shell, 5:30 p.m. Aug. 2; Long Beach Camarata Singers (6 p.m. Aug. 9); Country Line Dancing lessons (4:30 p.m. Aug. 16, followed by concert at 5:30 pm.); Gospel Music Festival (4 p.m. Aug. 23) Next to Blair Field and Wilson High School. 701-939 Federation Drive, Long Beach. liveattheshell.org
Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 — Concerts at Central Park, Santa Clarita: Concerts begin at 7 pm (except Aug. 30); food trucks arrive at 5 p.m. Bring a blanket and picnic. Redneck Rodeo (Aug. 2), Bruno Mars Tribute (Aug. 9), Adele Tribute (Aug. 16), Madonna Tribute (Aug. 23), Finale concert with three bands (4.-7 p.m. Aug. 30). 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita. santaclarita.gov/arts-and-culture/events/concerts-in-the-park/
Aug. 6-31 — Los Angeles Shakespeare in the Park: The annual Griffith Park Free Shakespeare Festival runs at 7 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays. Christopher Marlowe’s “Doctor Faustus” is the August selection. (It might be too scary for kids.) Performances at the Dell atop the Old Zoo. General admission, but reservations are requested due to space limitations. Bring a picnic, blanket or low-back chairs. No liquor or dogs. It’s uphill from the parking area, so call 818-710-6306 for ADA access. (You can fork out $60 for a reserved seat.) Search Google Maps for Old Zoo Picnic area. indieshakes.org/free-shakespeare-2025
Aug. 7, 14, 21— OC Concerts in the Park: Elton the Early Years tribute show plus Shea Givens at Irvine Regional Park, 1 Irvine Park Road, Orange (Aug. 7); No Duh, a No Doubt tribute band,at Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach, 33333 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point (Aug. 14); Boy Band Review at Salt Creek Beach (Aug. 21). Free admission and parking. Bring picnic stuff, chairs and blankets. Pre-show entertainment starts at 5 p.m. and the music kicks off at 6 p.m. ocparks.com
Aug. 15 — Friday Movie Event in Northridge: Enjoy “The Last Showgirl,” (2024, rated R) at 2 p.m. at the Northridge Library, 9051 Darby Ave. Northridge. 818-886-3640. lapl.org/whats-on/events/friday-movie-event
Aug. 16 — Tribute concert in Simi Valley: Led Zepagain, a Led Zeppelin tribute, performs. Food truck available. Leashed dogs on perimeters only. No smoking. Picnics, liquor allowed but no intoxication. 6:30 p.m, with Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Ave., Simi Valley (Corner of Erringer and Royal). 805-584-4400 or rsrpd.org
Aug. 21 — Summer Thursday Matinee in Agoura Hills: “Wicked” (2024, rated PG) screens from noon to 3 p.m. at the Agoura Hills library at the Civic Center. 29901 Ladyface Court, Agoura Hills. 818-889-2278 visit.lacountylibrary.org/event/14013138
Aug. 22 — Movie in Santa Clarita: e: “How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days” (2003, rated PG-13) will be shown at 7:30 p.m. Bring chairs, blankets and a picnic, or visit the on-site food trucks. Location: The Centre santaclarita.gov/arts-and-culture/events/city-cinemas-in-the-park/
Aug. 23 — Concert in Granada Hills: Learn about Japanese classical guitar with Misha Kreinbring at 3:30 p.m. He will introduce Japanese film music and then play contemporary music from Japan. Granada Hills Library, 10640 Petit Ave., Granada Hills. 818-368-5687 lapl.org/whats-on/events/japanese-classical-guitar-misha-kreinbring
Aug. 29 — Long Beach Farewell to Summer Concert with Tijuana Dogs: The show kicks off at 6 p.m. at Marine Stadium, 5255 Paoli Way.